Neurological Diseases & Migraines Specialist

Ninth Avenue Internal Medicine

Internists located in Denver, CO

If you suffer from frequent migraines, you don’t have to live in pain. Internal medicine physician Dr. Igor Borisov and Dr. Witten at Ninth Avenue Internal Medicine in Denver treat neurological symptoms of migraines as well as a full scope of neurological diseases to help their patients live long, healthy lives. Call today to learn more, or book an appointment online.

Neurological Diseases & Migraines Q & A

What are neurological diseases?

Neurological diseases include disorders of the spine, brain, or nerves — more than 600 neurological diseases exist. Proper diagnosis and treatment can prevent or delay disease progression, helping to make day-to-day tasks safer and more enjoyable.

Examples of neurological diseases include:

Stroke

Chronic headaches, including migraines

Muscular dystrophy

Multiple sclerosis

Spina bifida

Degenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease

Epilepsy

Meningitis

ALS

Additional neurological diseases may include memory problems and peripheral neuropathy, which pain, weakness, and numbness from nerve damage.

What are the symptoms of migraines?

Migraines are much more severe than common headaches, and they can have symptoms beyond just head pain, such as:

Nausea or vomiting

Sound or light sensitivity

Lightheadedness

Blurred vision or other vision problems

Auras (seeing bright spots, light flashes, or wavy vision)

Migraine treatment may include pain medication, preventive medicines, or alternative treatments such as acupuncture, massage, or relaxation exercises.

What are the symptoms of neurological diseases?

Various neurological diseases exist, but many have similar symptoms, such as:

Tremors

Loss of balance

Weakness or paralysis

Difficulty walking

Problems swallowing or breathing

Mood changes

Numbness

Seizures

Inability to speak, slurred speech, or other speech problems

Hearing or vision problems

How are neurological diseases diagnosed?

If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms above, Dr. Borisov and Dr. Witten at Ninth Avenue Internal Medicine can help. Speedy diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent or delay neurological disease progression.

Dr. Borisov and Dr. Witten will go over your medical history, performs a physical examination, and may recommend diagnostic tests, such as blood tests, MRIs, EEGs, or EKGs, to identify a neurological condition.

How are neurological diseases treated?

The physicians at Ninth Avenue Internal Medicine offer a variety of treatment options for neurological diseases.